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Gaiax Launches Entrepreneurial Education Program

Gaiax, an innovative firm headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is stepping up its efforts to promote entrepreneurial education in the Hokuriku region, which includes Ishikawa, Toyama, and Fukui prefectures. This initiative comes as part of a collaborative effort with local universities and colleges under a platform called Tech Startup HOKURIKU (TeSH).

The new program, titled TeSH Entrepreneurial Education Support Program, aims to introduce young individuals to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. From December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, the program will engage students and educators alike, providing free educational resources that are tailored to meet the specific needs of each institution.

Objectives of the Program

The overarching goal of the program is to enhance awareness and practical experience in entrepreneurship within the Hokuriku area. For students, it aims to develop essential skills such as problem-solving and creativity. Additionally, it seeks to assist young minds in refining their entrepreneurial ideas. For educators, the program offers insights into the purposes and benefits of entrepreneurial education, helping to inspire and inform their teaching methodologies.

Program Details

The TeSH Entrepreneurial Education Support Program will feature:

• - Career lectures held in gymnasiums or auditoriums for all students or specific grades.
• - Workshops and supportive comments at student presentations, tailored for selected classes or interested students.
• - Individual support for participants preparing for business contests.
• - Training sessions for educators focused on entrepreneurship education.

Schools from Ishikawa, Toyama, and Fukui that cater to grades 4 through 12 can apply for this program, but there will be a limit of ten schools based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Key Highlights:

• - Duration: Free sessions running for 1 to 2 hours, flexible based on school schedules.
• - Format: Offered either in-person or online.
• - Participant Limit: Up to 10 schools will be accepted to join the program.
• - Cost: Entirely free of charge for participating schools.

Featured Instructors

The program will feature prominent educators in the field of entrepreneurship, including Keisuke Yasukawa, who is in charge of Gaiax's entrepreneurial education initiatives and serves as the ambassador for promoting entrepreneurship for the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). His extensive background includes a focus on digital transformation and entrepreneurial education in high schools.

Other notable instructors include:

• - Yuna Asahara: An educator dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial initiatives across the nation after a rich history in academic and career education. She has been a transformative force in the realm of student-driven learning initiatives.
• - Junichiro Murakami: A former financial consultant who transitioned to education, focusing on empowering students through career readiness programs based on community and academic collaboration.

How to Prepare for the Program

Participating schools will need to prepare:

• - A projector and screen, or a large monitor.
• - Microphones for larger venues.
• - Handouts or worksheets as required for the program sessions.

Feedback from Previous Programs

Students and educators who have participated in similar initiatives have expressed positive feedback, noting the increased engagement and curiosity among students. Children remarked on the fun and importance of teamwork in solving problems, while teachers highlighted how students displayed newfound abilities in creativity and communication during encounters with external experts.

To Apply

Schools interested in this program should submit an application via this form. The process includes a 30-minute online pre-hearing to better understand school needs prior to the program. This provides an excellent opportunity for schools in the Hokuriku area to invest in their students' futures through meaningful entrepreneurial education.

For more details about Gaiax and its entrepreneurial initiatives, please visit the Gaiax Entrepreneurship Education page.